Posted by: Sal Atticum
« on: August 20, 2009, 06:01:52 PM »Beek... for what its worth, I really like the fact that you have online personality.
I don't know what to say to that. I actually don't know what you mean.
I don't know what to say to that. I actually don't know what you mean.
Posted by: Plantains
« on: August 20, 2009, 03:27:50 PM »Beek... for what its worth, I really like the fact that you have online personality.
Posted by: Sal Atticum
« on: August 20, 2009, 02:30:25 PM »It's the end of the summer and I don't plan ahead well.
Posted by: Mario
« on: August 20, 2009, 12:43:12 PM »Awesome!
Posted by: Once a Runner
« on: August 20, 2009, 12:35:26 PM »FYI Mario... I am hoping you start getting some calls about UND Cycling. You number is listed at the Wellness Center in the Lobby for our cycling promotion. Also this website is listed.
Posted by: Mario
« on: August 20, 2009, 12:34:22 PM »No body is perfect, especially me.
Posted by: Sal Atticum
« on: August 20, 2009, 12:32:15 PM »Because I'm not perfect like you, Mario.
Posted by: Mario
« on: August 20, 2009, 11:12:34 AM »Why not?
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??Posted by: Sal Atticum
« on: August 20, 2009, 11:08:39 AM »I do not think I will be able to go to the race this weekend.
Posted by: Plantains
« on: August 07, 2009, 03:14:48 PM »
It's not too much to ask of a high-end road group to be durable as well.
That was my entire point... it is alot to ask. Durability and lightweight get into fights alot.
I agree with you about the RED shifting tho, many cyclists have referred to the Red groupset as "tactical suicide" since everyone in the pelo will hear you shift. But really... those are just the people that bought 7900 and realized it sucks.
On a separate note... 1st post arguments would perhaps be a little more welcome if they were second post arguments, after the 1st post was introducing yourself... we work hard to promote this board and it's always... shocking? when people randomly find it. It'd be nice to have some details.
Posted by: brian
« on: August 06, 2009, 10:00:40 PM »Sorry to steer this thread from its original topic. 
I'll be at the Aug 30th MN State RR...just driving from the opposite border.
Will anyone from here be in the Cat 3 field? I'll be riding sans teammates, so if anyone is looking to gang up on some MN riders, I'm game.
I'll be at the Aug 30th MN State RR...just driving from the opposite border.
Will anyone from here be in the Cat 3 field? I'll be riding sans teammates, so if anyone is looking to gang up on some MN riders, I'm game.
Posted by: brian
« on: August 06, 2009, 09:53:03 PM »Anyone having issues with "loud" drivetrains has their bike setup improperly.
Not the loudness from a improper drivetrain setup...I was referring to the noise when shifting. SRAM drivetrains are noticeably louder than Campy/Shimano. Some consumers complained, so bike manufacturers changed their spec to accommodate. Running a SRAM shifter/derailleur setup with a SRAM chain/cassette compared to a Shimano chain/cassette is an noticeable difference. It goes from "clunk" to whisper quiet immediately. It's not something that I care too much about on my bike, but enough consumers complained that SRAM changed their setup for next year.
And honestly... if you're after durability... a groupset that uses titanium/ceramics/carbon fiber isn't the group for you.
That pretty much eliminates every SRAM group, half of Shimano's offerings, and most of Campy as well.
It's not too much to ask of a high-end road group to be durable as well.
Posted by: Mario
« on: August 06, 2009, 03:29:10 PM »That's the SPIRIT! 
Posted by: Once a Runner
« on: August 06, 2009, 03:00:43 PM »The races look like fun, wish I could be there! I'll be back on the bike in no time!
Posted by: Plantains
« on: August 06, 2009, 01:05:31 PM »I mean, I HAVE the srammy (Shifters, derailleurs and Red cassette) I'm just waiting to win enough money to get a crankset and BB...and chain. THEN!...OH YEAH!
You should wait until the 2010 Red chains come out before plunking down the cash on the current Red chain...not that it's that big of a deal since that's the cheapest part of the drivetrain.
They were having issues with the current Red chains' durability, shifting efficiency, as well as their noise level. That's why many bike companies spec the DA chain on Red-equipped bikes.
The 2010 Red chain is supposedly going to address all those issues.
Anyone having issues with "loud" drivetrains has their bike setup improperly. Perhaps sram is upto something to address the loudness issue. But waiting for a 2010 chain to come out is pointless considering the mileage that we all put on our bikes. That said, any hollowpin chain is going to have trouble with noise and durability. And honestly... if you're after durability... a groupset that uses titanium/ceramics/carbon fiber isn't the group for you.